Pro Bono Attorney

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Job Title: Pro Bono Managing Attorney for the Border Project in Laredo, Texas

H1: Pro Bono Managing Attorney for the Border Project in Laredo, Texas
H2: Join Jones Day's Groundbreaking Pro Bono Initiative in Laredo, Texas

Bold Headline: Make a Difference in the Lives of Asylum Seekers as a Pro Bono Managing Attorney in Laredo, Texas

The law firm of Jones Day is seeking a Pro Bono Managing Attorney for their Border Project in Laredo, Texas. This is a unique opportunity to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the firm's pro bono initiative, providing free legal services to asylum seekers along the Texas/Mexico border.

As the Pro Bono Managing Attorney, you will work closely with senior lawyers of the firm and be responsible for training and overseeing volunteer attorneys, facilitating nightly meetings with volunteer teams, providing legal information and consultation to migrants in detention facilities, and supporting trial teams handling detention trials. You will also have the opportunity to mentor and supervise staff in the Laredo office.

This role requires a strong understanding of immigration laws and practice, as well as excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess sound judgment, integrity, and leadership skills, and be able to adapt to changes and work collaboratively in a team setting. Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted to and in good standing with a State Bar. Compensation for this position is very competitive and may include reimbursement for transportation and housing costs for qualified candidates who are willing to commute to Laredo on a weekly basis.

Joining the Border Project at Jones Day is not just a job - it's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of asylum seekers. As a Pro Bono Managing Attorney in Laredo, Texas, you will be at the forefront of providing much-needed legal services to those in need. Apply now and be a part of this groundbreaking pro bono initiative.

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Spanish language skills preferred but not required.

Leadership, Training, Legal Information, Consultation, Case Review, Supervision, Mentoring, Communication, Time Management, Analytical, Writing, Service Orientation

Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school, Admission to and in good standing with a State Bar

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